6 uses
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Definition
a quick reply to a question or remark — especially a witty or critical one
- "How?" she retorted.Chapter 5 (72% in)
- "One doesn't come to Italy for niceness," was the retort; "one comes for life.Chapter 2 (18% in)
- "You only asked for it just in time," the lady retorted.Chapter 8 (93% in)
- "I don't know whether they're any Emersons," retorted Freddy, who was democratic.Chapter 10 (49% in)
- "Socker rules," George retorted, scattering Freddy's bundle with a kick.Chapter 12 (78% in)
- "Tired!" she retorted, kindling at once.Chapter 17 (10% in)
There are no more uses of "retort" in A Room With A View.
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